Bernetta Norton-Taylor
Enderley,Hamilton
Summary
Detailed professional with several years of experience conducting asbestos removal jobs. Expert at tackling daily duties while continually maintaining safety. Accurate and hardworking with dedication to complete projects correctly and on time. Knowledgeable leader with record of accomplishment on diverse construction projects. Translates directives of architects, constructions managers and clients into actionable on-site directives to consistently meet project demands. Expert in tackling problems head-on and maintaining strict standards. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Experienced professional with a strong background in technology-related roles. Proficient in software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Asbestos Supervisor
Property Services Unlimited
Waikato, Hamilton
08.2022 - Current
- Provided technical guidance and expertise in the development of safe work procedures for hazardous materials removal projects.
- Facilitated communication between team members involved in hazardous material removal projects to ensure a cohesive working environment.
- Conducted on-site inspections to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding asbestos handling.
- Monitored air quality during the removal process and reported any adverse findings to the appropriate authorities.
- Maintained detailed records of all asbestos-related activities, including quantity removed, disposal methods used.
- Organized regular training sessions for workers on proper asbestos abatement techniques.
- Coordinated with outside contractors to ensure timely completion of asbestos abatement activities.
- Ensured that all workers followed established guidelines for personal protective equipment use when handling hazardous materials.
- Assigned specific tasks to individual workers.
- Built scaffolding and sealed work area with plastic sheets and duct tape.
- Documented project updates and information.
- Applied chemical solution spray on asbestos surfaces to soften.
- Completed land disposal restriction notifications and hazardous waste manifests.
- Instructed staff on equipment operation, removal procedures and safety requirements.
- Encapsulated and repaired asbestos materials to protect occupants.
- Studied job specifications and inspected work site to assess asbestos removal scope.
- Checked functionality of air quality testing instruments and completed air quality tests.
- Set up portable showers or mobile decontamination unit on site.
- Read quality assurance documents and followed techniques and procedures.
- Headed loading and transportation of materials and hazardous waste.
- Met with demolition and abatement teams to discuss general project direction.
- Supervised personnel throughout projects to monitor performance, quality, and safety.
- Inspected and placed air evacuation and filtration systems.
- Constructed enclosed walkway to decontamination area.
- Reviewed equipment and supply levels to prevent delays by quickly reordering.
- Removed asbestos debris with vacuum and cleaned surroundings.
- Sliced and scraped asbestos to dislodge and shoveled into disposal bags.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
- Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
Senior Environmental Officer
MBC Environmental Solutions
Papanui, Christchurch
07.2011 - 07.2022
- Participated in research projects related to the environment or sustainable development.
- Monitored air, water, and soil quality to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained records of all activities related to environmental protection efforts such as inspection results, investigation details.
- Analyzed data from various sources to identify areas of risk or potential harm to the environment.
- Assisted in developing plans for corrective action when necessary due to non-compliance with government regulations or corporate policies.
- Coordinated training sessions on proper disposal methods for hazardous materials.
- Prepared reports summarizing findings from inspections and investigations for review by senior management teams.
- Compiled data from surveys conducted on the health of ecosystems in a particular area.
- Provided support during emergency response situations involving contamination or pollution events.
- Assessed pollution levels by collecting and analyzing environmental samples of soil and groundwater.
- Collaborated with senior leadership team to promote recycling and energy efficiency within company.
- Established recycling partnerships with businesses and oversaw compliance with regulations.
- Promoted recycling and sustainable practices by consulting with many businesses and organizations.
- Recorded test data and prepared reports, summaries and charts interpreting test results.
- Performed basic calculations and computer data entry.
- Developed and implemented programs for monitoring environmental pollution and radiation.
- Performed project monitoring and air sampling for lead, mold and asbestos.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Forest View High Schoool
TokoroaSkills
- Site Inspections
- Documentation Review
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Health and Safety Regulations
- OSHA Standards
- Decontamination procedures
- Supply Ordering
- Equipment Safety Verification
- Safe Operating Procedures
- Employee Training
- Equipment Operation
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Specifications Conformance
- Multi-Project Coordination
- Schedule Determination
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Procedure Planning
- Work Monitoring
- Production Optimization
- Worker Supervision
- Risk Management
- Job Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Written Communication
- Project Management
- Resource Allocation
- Safety oversight
- Employee Management
- Subcontractor Management
- Task Prioritization
- Property Damage Assessment
- Risk Mitigation
- Worker Training
- Following Instructions
- Stress Tolerance
- Word Processing
- Goal Setting
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
- Job site management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Reliability
- Team building
- Video Conferencing
- Heavy Lifting
- Equipment Repair
- OSHA Compliance
- Inventory Management
- Problem-Solving
- Methodology Enhancement
- Employee Motivation
- Excellent Communication
- Site Inspection
- Safety and compliance
- Problem-solving abilities
Affiliations
- I have a big whanau so I love to spend time with them
- Watching my mokos in their sports...Netball, Rugby League, Waka Ama and Kapahaka
Timeline
Asbestos Supervisor
Property Services Unlimited
08.2022 - Current
Senior Environmental Officer
MBC Environmental Solutions
07.2011 - 07.2022
Some College (No Degree) -
Forest View High Schoool
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